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Have a Crush Self-Assessment
Discover if those butterflies in your stomach are the real deal
Assessment Questions
1. How often does this person pop up in your daydreaming sessions?
2. Picture yourself in 1 year. In an ideal world, where do you see yourself with this person?
3. This person invites you out for coffee. What do you say?
4. You catch them getting close to some other people. What's your gut reaction?
5. Do you ever wish you could give this person a huge hug?
6. You pass the person in question on the sidewalk. What's going through your head?
7. If you're stuck in a crowd, do you find yourself wondering where they are?
8. This person is going on vacation for a month. How are you feeling?
9. How often do you mention this person to your friends?
10. Have you ever gotten caught staring at them from across the room?
11. How often do you shoot them a text?
12. Are you hoping that you have a crush on this person?
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Common Signs of a Crush
You daydream about them frequently
You mirror their body language
You always make time to message them
Your stomach faces them when you talk
You feel the need to preen around them
You remember little details they mention
Understanding Your Feelings
Having a crush is a natural part of human experience. It involves attraction, admiration, and the desire to spend time with someone special.
Key indicators include:
- Thinking about them often
- Feeling nervous or excited around them
- Wanting to impress them
- Caring about their opinion
- Feeling jealous of others
The Science of Attraction
What Happens in Your Brain
When you have a crush, your brain releases chemicals like dopamine and norepinephrine, creating feelings of excitement and happiness. This is why you feel those "butterflies" when you think about or see your crush.
Physical Signs
- •Increased heart rate when near them
- •Sweaty palms or nervousness
- •Difficulty concentrating when they're around
- •Smiling more than usual
Behavioral Changes
Having a crush often influences your behavior in subtle ways. You might find yourself:
- •Making excuses to be near them
- •Paying extra attention to your appearance
- •Asking friends about them
- •Checking their social media frequently
- •Feeling jealous when they talk to others
Helpful Resources
Understanding Attraction
Learn about the psychology and science behind romantic attraction and crushes.
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